Every year, mesothelioma – a form of cancer caused by breathing asbestos dust – claims the lives of 2,500 people. Victims who have suffered serious injuries or illnesses from asbestos exposure should seek the advice of an attorney to understand their legal rights.  Family members or loved ones of those

NEW YORK (Reuters) – The death of a pedestrian hit by a self-driving Uber vehicle in Arizona this week could offer a test of who can be held legally responsible for accidents when a human is no longer at the wheel, legal experts said. Any litigation that arises from the accident,

This post was written by Corrinne Giller The law firm of MichieHamlett is pleased to announce that our partner, Bryan Slaughter, was recently installed as the President of the Virginia Trial Lawyers Association (VTLA). MichieHamlett family law attorney Jason Seiden was also installed as Chair of the VTLA Family Law Section. Among

The offense of driving under the influence, also known as a DUI, typically relates to alcohol intoxication. However, alcohol is just one of countless substances that can impair one’s ability to operate a motor vehicle. In fact, prescription drugs, over the-counter-medications, illegal substances, and even sleep deprivation can impair a

May is Bike Safety Month. Whether you bike for fun, exercise, or transportation, Charlottesville is a great place to ride. Most drivers in our area are accommodating to cyclists on the road, but there are always exceptions. Several groups bring cyclists together to share in cycling adventures. The Charlottesville Bicycle Club

Amazon Announces Opportunities for Small Business Owners Small businesses in America continue to drive innovation and provide opportunities for people to enter the world of entrepreneurship. A recent example has been presented by one of the biggest giants of the commercial world. Amazon recently announced opportunities for small business owners to

Business Tort Series: Tortious Interference There are many issues that business owners contend with day-to-day from employee relations to contract negotiations to supply chain efficiencies. Infrequently, issues arise in the conduct of a business where the business’s relationship with another individual or business is negatively affected by a third-party that causes

Has someone materially misrepresented their product to you, inducing you to purchase it at significant expense, and the product is not usable for the purpose for which they sold it to you? You notify them about the problem. They say they will correct the problem but then file for bankruptcy,

This post was written by Corrinne Giller Charlottesville, VA, Nov. 1, 2019 — U.S. News & World Report and Best Lawyers, for the tenth consecutive year, announce the “Best Law Firms” rankings. MichieHamlett has been ranked in the 2020 U.S. News-Best Lawyers “Best Law Firms” list regionally in 9 practice areas. Firms

MichieHamlett is pleased to announce that 9 lawyers have been included in the 2019 Edition of The Best Lawyers in America. Since it was first published in 1983, Best Lawyers has become universally regarded as the definitive guide to legal excellence. Best Lawyers has published their list for over three decades,